INTRODUCTION TO THE OUTDOORS: Half Day facilitated walk
Aims:
To gain a basic familiarity with the countryside code and navigating using footpaths and maps
To gain some understanding of interesting features of landscape, flora and fauna in the local area
To begin to understand how to work as a team when on a longer country walk in a group
To foster a sense of belonging in the countryside local to Bristol and in doing so, introduce young people to aspects of their shared cultural heritage beyond the city of Bristol.
Kit list:
Participants should wear comfortable clothing appropriate to the weather including hat and suncream if sunny, and coat if wet.
Shoes: comfortable shoes or trainers will be adequate. If the weather is wet a spare pair of shoes and socks for the journey home would be advisable if walking boots or similar are not available.
Small rucksack, water bottle and snack – eg fruit, energy bar, etc
Mobile phones are not advised, apart from those of adult leaders
No spending money will be needed
Location:
Parking, toilet and dry space for briefing are at Cross Tree Centre, Bristol Road, Wraxall, BS48 1LB. The walk will take place over public footpaths in the surrounding area.
Activity:
Arrival and briefing – 15 mins
Toilet stop
Safety briefing and kit check
Groups issued with maps and given reminders of OS map basics
Countryside behaviour and expectations: roads, animals, paths and gates
Participants issued with ‘Spotter Checklist’ to help focus the walk
Guided walk – approx.90 mins
During the walk we will pause for opportunities to discuss landscape, animal, crop plant and tree life, and further aspects of navigation safety and the countryside code.
Depending on the confidence of participants and the decision of the leader, there could be an opportunity for smaller groups to navigate between two points independently while still under supervision.
Return and reflection – 15 mins
We will finish with an opportunity to reflect on the experience as a group before departure.
Cost:
£100 per group of up to 16
Info:
For more info, booking and to discuss the needs of a group, contact:
NB This introduction to the outdoors does not constitute formal training or provide any qualification